The latest version of Siemens’ NX software (NX 11) offers Convergent Modeling, a new modeling paradigm that simplifies the ability to work with geometry consisting of a combination of facets, surfaces and solids, without the need for time-consuming … [Read more...] about Software optimizes parts for 3D printing
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3D inspection capabilities on Geomagic Control X software
3D Systems (NYSE:DDD) announced Geomagic® Control X software for 3D inspection and metrology. 3D Systems Geomagic Control X is intuitive software with a comprehensive and innovative toolset for the professional metrology process. It includes … [Read more...] about 3D inspection capabilities on Geomagic Control X software
Optomec launches line of 3D printing metal machine tools
Optomec, a leading global supplier of production-grade additive manufacturing systems for 3D printed metals, launched a new tool series for low-cost, high-value metal additive manufacturing. The new LENS Machine Tool Series integrates Optomec’s … [Read more...] about Optomec launches line of 3D printing metal machine tools
Combining additive and subtractive into one machine
Optomec, a leading global supplier of production grade additive manufacturing systems for 3D printed metals announced it signed an agreement with Fryer Machine Systems, a producer of high-quality, affordable machine tools. As part of the … [Read more...] about Combining additive and subtractive into one machine
3D Platform unveils new systems for additive production
At this year’s IMTS show, the trend for additive manufacturing is production manufacturing. Several companies either introduced or focused on their manufacturing capable systems. 3D Platform introduced two new additive systems targeted at … [Read more...] about 3D Platform unveils new systems for additive production
Proto Labs rapid overmolding advances injection molding services
Proto Labs Inc. (NYSE: PRLB), an online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer, officially launched its overmolding service — expanding on the company’s rapid injection molding offerings. This new capability can produce 25 to 10,000+ custom … [Read more...] about Proto Labs rapid overmolding advances injection molding services
World automotive 3D printing market to garner $2.4 billion by 2022
Key findings of the recently released Allied Market Research study, World Automotive 3D printing Market," are: --Automotive 3D printing market should exhibit a remarkable growth during the forecast period (2016 - 2022), attributed to the … [Read more...] about World automotive 3D printing market to garner $2.4 billion by 2022
Learn the best ways to work with additive manufacturing
Altair, RUAG and Morf3D are introducing a practical additive manufacturing course that will cover the entire end to end process from design to certification. The course covers a range of topics including basic design considerations, details of … [Read more...] about Learn the best ways to work with additive manufacturing
3D printed cars and autonomous driving
Mouser Electronics Inc., is teaming up with Local Motors and celebrity engineer Grant Imahara to build a fully transforming vehicle cockpit for 3D printed cars capable of autonomous driving. It is the latest series from Mouser’s Empowering Innovation … [Read more...] about 3D printed cars and autonomous driving
Concept Laser up for sale?
According to news from Fortune magazine, Concept Laser is looking for a buyer. According to the story, Chief Executive Frank Herzog wishes to benefit from the demand for additive manufacturing now, while the process is popular. Read more of the … [Read more...] about Concept Laser up for sale?